Introduction
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National Center for Asphalt Technology
Created in 1986 through agreement with NAPA and Auburn University
Annual budget about $6 million
22,400 square foot laboratory
Approximately 35 personnel (including about 20 college students and graduate students)
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NCAT Mission
To provide innovative, relevant, and implementable research, technology development and education that advances safe, durable, and sustainable asphalt pavements.
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NCAT Lead Researchers
Mr. Don WatsonDr. Buzz
PowellDr. Mike Heitzman Dr. David Timm
Dr. Nam TranDr. Carolina Rodezno Dr. Adriana Vargas
Dr. Randy WestDr. Ray Brown
Dr. Fabricio Leiva Dr. Fan Yin Dr. Fan Gu
Funding Overview
Over $6 million in research and training executed in 2015
Majority of funding is from competitive or negotiated contracts
57.2%
7.9%
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6.3%
5.3%
4.8%
3.6%3.3%
1.2%1.3%
1.5%
Test Track
FHWA
Industry
NCHRP
ARC
Other Subc.
SESC
NAPA
NAPAREF
ALDOT
Other states
NCAT Test Track
Asphalt Pavement Proving Ground
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Training
Balanced Mix Design
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Acceptable Cracking and RuttingC
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Ruttin
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Binder Content
Min Max
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